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Edmonds roots: New murals by Andy Eccleshall honor Edmonds' indigenous people

Thursday, August 13, 2020

Andy Eccleshall on an accordion lift painting
the top portion of the mural. 

Andy Eccleshall has created murals in Shoreline including Echo in Time at 1st NE and NE 205th, and the street scene on the Drager's building (soon to be demolished).


Edmonds, WA– Before George Brackett’s canoe landed in Edmonds in 1870, members of the Snohomish, Suquamish, Swinomish and Stillaguamish tribes enjoyed the fertile hunting and fishing this land afforded them. A new pair of murals will soon give viewers a glimpse of what a day on Edmonds’ waterfront may have looked like when it was inhabited by the first residents of the region.

Inspired by the epic style of Sydney Laurence (1865-1940), a renowned American Romantic landscape painter, the pair of murals in the alley between Bop’N Burger and The Papery will be painted by Edmonds muralist Andy Eccleshall. Eccleshall collaborated every step of the way -- from concept to final drawings -- with Native American artist and member of the Tulalip tribes, Ty Juvenil.

“When I first learned of the project, I was excited by the idea but recognized it would be essential for it to be a full and open collaboration with members of the Salish community,” Eccleshall said. 
“All matters relating to the depiction of the history and culture of the Salish people would have to be directed by a tribal representative. With the help of Clayton Moss, I reached out to Ty Juvenil, a renowned Tulalip artist, historian and wood carver who was recently commissioned to carve a piece for the entrance of the Edmonds Historical Museum. 
"Ty agreed to be a paid consultant for this project. All matters relating to how the history and culture of the Coast Salish people are represented have been and will continue to be guided and directed by him. I am honored to be able to be a part of this project and to be able to work alongside Ty to see these murals come to fruition.”


With the traditional name of Zu Waq' Sub Waq'Waq' (Lightning Frog), Tulalip tribes’ artist Ty Juvinel has been submerged in his culture for as long as he can remember. Juvenil established his creative outlet at a young age with drawing and as a graffiti artist. Later in life he discovered Coast Salish art and carving. He became a graphic designer for the Tulalip tribes until earning the spot as an Apprentice Carver. Over time, Juvinel has perfected his craft and expanded his artist reach from children's books which he writes and illustrates, to carvings of paddles, masks, house posts, panels and much more.

“Too many times history is written by people who have no care in telling all sides of the story. Fortunately, this mural will be appropriate to the times, and will reflect regional Coast Salish culture. It will depict how it may have looked during this time period and how encampments would have appeared,” Juvenil said. 
“Again, I cannot be more happy that they (Eccleshall and the MPE) took time to set the record straight, and make it appropriate to the Coast Salish peoples.”


The two murals face each other 
across a narrow alley in Edmonds


The two murals will face each other on the Main St. alley between 4th and 5th Avenues in the Edmonds Bowl. The west facing mural will replace “The Brothers” with a much larger scene, looking west towards the Olympic Mountains at sunset with a fishing party out on the water. The east facing mural will depict the beach before Edmonds existed as a town. The slow slope of trees rising up against the sky with a beach camp by the water. This mural will make use of the full height of the building.


“I am excited to begin work on this project. I hope when completed it will invite people to stop and think about the vast history of this place,” Eccleshall said. “That the history is not only represented by the city we now love, but in the water, the mountains, the wildlife, the nature and the culture which has called this place home forever.”


Artist Andy Eccleshall on the lift and
donor John Osberg standing below


The murals are of made possible this year due in large part to a donation from Edmonds resident John Osberg, who wants to see the Coastal Native American tribes who originally called the area home recognized and honored. The remainder of the costs were covered by a grant from Edmonds Downtown Alliance (Ed!) and money raised by Art Walk Edmonds.


“I’m happy to see this project finally come to fruition, and that the indigenous people of this region are finally recognized in artwork,” Osberg said.


The process to put up a mural is a long and arduous one. Mural Project Edmonds is committed to installing murals that will stand the test of time. This means themes and locations are thoroughly vetted to enhance their surroundings. Then the muralist is chosen based on their style and experience. The artists hired must have a proven track record with outdoor mural experience, must use high-quality paint or other materials that will withstand outdoor exposure, and must adhere to the City’s strict permitting codes.

Eccleshall works his way down the wall
applying the first layer of paint


This pair of murals have been in the works for over 18 months. It took countless volunteer hours to bring it to fruition -- from scouting locations, to consulting with the artist and tribal members, to contracting workers to repair damaged walls, to submitting permit applications, and more.

“This mural was probably our most ambitious to date. While we were able to dial in the design and muralist fairly easily due to Mr. Osberg’s specific wishes after input from a tribal representative, finding a location proved to be more of a challenge. 
"Add to the fact that the two buildings that face the alley have two different owners, and that one of the walls required repair work before a mural could be painted… we’re talking about dozens of hours of volunteer work,” said Denise Cole, owner of Cole Gallery and MPE committee chairperson.

Mural Project Edmonds (MPE), a committee of Art Walk Edmonds, has been responsible for new murals in downtown Edmonds for the past few years. The overall goal of the new MPE is to bring professional-level, well-planned artistry to our community and to fit appropriately into the chosen space.

Usually, to pay for these endeavors, MPE uses funds raised by Art Walk Edmonds’ Summer Wine Walks, as well as donations and sponsorships by building owners and businesses. This year’s Wine Walks -- Art Walk Edmonds’ only fundraisers -- have been canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, putting next year’s MPE plans in jeopardy.

Anyone interested in donating to the Art Walk Edmonds can do so HERE
  
Companies or entities interested in sponsoring a new mural should contact Art Walk Edmonds at info@artwalkedmonds.com

--Photos from Art Walk Edmonds

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Parkwood Elementary participates in Traveling Mural

Thursday, January 30, 2020

Parkwood students pose with their Traveling Mural before sending pieces of it to other schools
Photo courtesy Shoreline Schools


Parkwood Elementary Librarian Amanda Workman and her students recently participated in a Traveling Mural project. The massive art project connected eight schools from across the U.S. and Mexico.

“Our students made a 10-foot mural focused on moments of kindness,” explained Workman. “Over 400 Parkwood students from kindergarten through 6th grade decorated 4x4 inch square capturing a moment of kindness, quotes or art and attached them to the paper to create the mural.”

Parkwood’s Traveling Mural made of mural sections from eight schools
Photo courtesy Shoreline Schools


They then cut the mural into sections and mailed them to the seven other schools. Those schools then sent a section of their own murals back to Parkwood.

“Now we all have giant murals in a collage style made from each school,” said Workman.

Closeup of Parkwood’s Traveling Mural section
Photo courtesy Shoreline Schools


The schools are also using the project as an opportunity to learn about each other. Each school sent a little biography about their school along with their mural sections. The schools are also working to schedule a Skype call together in February.

The other seven schools that participated in the project are:

  • John B. Sliney Elementary in Branford, CT
  • Colegio Inglés Americano in Monterrey, Mexico
  • East Farms Elementary in Farmington, CT
  • Waukon High School in Waukon, IA
  • New Glarus Elementary in New Glarus, WI
  • Kensington Elementary in Kensington, NH
  • Partridge Elementary in Ft. Leonard Wood, MO


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The Kenmore Quickies: As If Theatre Company announces First Annual Short Play Festival

Monday, March 25, 2019


THE KENMORE QUICKIES July 26-28, 2019

As If Theatre Company is pleased to announce the first annual festival of short plays, The Kenmore Quickies; eight prompted short plays written, directed and performed by local theatre artists.

Each year, eight local playwrights will be given a specific prompt from which to write a ten-minute play in a four-week timeframe. The festival will be a weekend of performances of all of the plays, with a winning play chosen by the audience.

This year the prompts will be pulled from the Kenmore Mural Project (KMP), created by Gaul Culley and Staci Adman, located at 7304 Bothell Way NE – on the St. Vincent de Paul building. Each playwright will be randomly assigned a portion of the mural as their specific prompt.

All writers, directors and actors will gather in early May, when each playwright will be randomly assigned their specific section of the mural, and directors and actors will be assigned to writers.

From there, the writers will leave with their prompts to write their 10-minute plays. After the playwrights deliver their work, the directors and actors will bring them to life for The Kenmore Quickies on July 26-28, 2019. The winner of the Audience Favorite Award will be announced after the Sunday performance.

Dates/ times: Friday and Saturday, July 26 - 27 at 7:30pm. Sunday, July 28 at 5pm. All plays will be presented at each performance.

All tickets are $20 and on sale now HERE.

Interested playwrights should apply by submitting a writing sample (preferably comedic) of either a short play or an excerpt from a full-length play, by April 12, 2019. Submissions can be made through As If Theatre’s website.

Center panels of Kenmore Mural
Photo by Jerry Pickard


About the Kenmore Mural: The Kenmore Mural Project (KMP) was designed and produced solely by A. Gaul Culley (Amber) and Staci Thompson Adman, in partnership with St. Vincent de Paul, and of course plethora community volunteers to celebrate the lives and experiences of the builders and stewards of Kenmore. (See previous article)

About As If Theatre Company: Passionate and dedicated, As If Theatre Company’s ultimate goal is to bring engaging, challenging, and entertaining theater to the community just north of Seattle. Performing at the historic Kenmore Community Club, the company was started by local theater artists, Cindy Giese French, Amy Gentry, and Molly Hall, who wanted to create an artistic home in the North End.



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Richmond Highlands Neighborhood dedicates their mural

Monday, March 11, 2019


Photos by Steven H. Robinson

On Saturday, March 9, 2019, the Richmond Highlands Neighborhood Association proudly dedicated their new mural with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

Rain was threatened but the day turned out sunny


The mural is on the back of the building housing Spiro's Pizza and Pasta Restaurant and faces N 185th St. It is highly visible from southbound Aurora and serves to mark the neighborhood territory.

Leaders and family of Richmond Highlands Neighborhood Association


The mural prominently features the Interurban Trolley, whose tracks cut through that property on its way to Firlands Sanitorium.

Mural artist Will Schlough


The mural artist was Will Schlough and the mural committee chair was Robin McClelland. Other speakers at the event included Shoreline Councilmember Keith McGlashan, building owner Evan Voltsis, and Neighborhoods Coordinator Constance Perenyi.

Robin McClelland


The Richmond Highlands Neighborhood is roughly bounded by Aurora on the east, N 185th / RB Road on the north, N 165 / SCC / Shoreview Park / on the south/southwest, and 8th NW on the west.

See the map of Shoreline neighborhoods HERE



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Ribbon cutting Mar 9 for Richmond Highlands Mural

Friday, March 1, 2019


The Richmond Highlands Neighborhood Association invites the public to the ribbon cutting and celebration for their new community mural on the north wall of Spiro's Pizza and Pasta restaurant at 18411 Aurora Ave N, Shoreline 98133 from 2 - 3pm Saturday, March 9, 2019.



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Photo: Flashback

Saturday, January 12, 2019



Lake Forest Park resident Judith Mullenburg enjoyed watching the mural being created on the side of the new pizza and sandwich place Local 104 on Ballinger Way and 35th NE "in the heart of Lake Forest Park."

One guy....a couple of days....free hand. It was amazing to see the progress.

She was even more amazed when she saw the vehicle in the mural. She went to her photo collection to share this with us.

From the collection of Judith Mullenburg


Son Eric and wife Karen ... long, long happy time ago ... that car owned by Fisher Broadcasting ... Eric was an engineer there.

Car buffs - identify the vehicle, please!




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Work begins on the 2nd Art Walk Edmonds mural

Thursday, October 18, 2018



The ink has hardly had time to dry on the first installation, but work has begun on the second and final mural of the 2018 season for Mural Project Edmonds (MPE).

The second endeavor from the newly formed MPE, a committee under Art Walk Edmonds, is a nautical-themed mural that will wrap the building that houses Mar•Ket Fish Mongers and Eatery at 508 Main St in Edmonds.

Muralist Nick Goettling, from Tacoma, Washington, was chosen as the muralist for this project because his graphic style lent itself well to the vision that the MPE and mural sponsors, Shubert Ho and Andrew Leckie had for the building. He also has an abiding respect for the history of the area.

“I am a Pacific Northwesterner through and through,” said Goettling. “As an artist who works nationally, I’ve found that the most rewarding projects are the ones that let me engage with the local culture and history of our beloved Puget Sound. 
"I first learned some of Edmonds’ history from my dad, who lived there for a decade and would retell the hilarious, fascinating stories he learned from the famous historian, Murray Morgan.”

Much different in style and substance from the first mural installed, this particular mural will take on a vintage, nautical feel, with a few surprises the viewer will discover only upon close inspection. This mural was sponsored by Mar•Ket Fish Mongers & Eatery owners Shubert Ho and Andrew Leckie, who had a specific vision for the mural.

“We wanted it to not only be eye-catching, but something that invited the viewer to stop and look closer. Perhaps even take selfies with it!” Ho said. 

ensnared in the big picture 
The two collaborated closely with the MPE committee and the artist to come up with just the right image to make their vision come to life.

MPE plans to develop a few new murals each year and is already evaluating projects and locations for next summer. Building owners and businesses who are interested in sponsoring a mural next year should contact Art Walk Edmonds

The overall goal of the new MPE is to bring professional-level, well-planned artistry to our community and to fit appropriately into the chosen space. To pay for these endeavors, MPE is using funds raised by Art Walk Edmonds’ Summer Wine Walks, as well as donations and sponsorships by building owners and businesses.

Anyone interested in donating to the Art Walk Edmonds can do so online. Companies or entities interested in sponsoring a new mural should contact Art Walk Edmonds, info@artwalkedmonds.com

Art Walk Edmonds is held monthly in the picturesque waterfront town of Edmonds on the third Thursday throughout the year, rain or shine.



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Mural at Lake Forest Park Water District

Sunday, July 29, 2018

New mural explains the water cycle
Artist Dave Savage
Photo courtesy LFP Water District


As part of the District’s public outreach and educational program, Lake Forest Park Water District recently commissioned local artist Dave Savage to create and paint a mural that is representative of the community, the hydrological cycle and Lake Forest Park Water District.

Lake Forest Park resident Dave Savage
designed and painted the mural
Photo courtesy LFP Water District
 

Artist, graphic designer, and illustrator Dave Savage lives in Lake Forest Park with his wife and son. Dave has two decades' experience producing art for clients as diverse as Cartoon Network, American Greetings, Comedy Central. See more of his work here.

The District welcomes the public to come and see the mural at its office headquarters in Lake Forest Park. 4029 NE 178th St, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155



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Call for muralists for Mural Project Edmonds

Saturday, June 23, 2018

A canvas waiting for paint
Deadline for entries for Phase 1 is July 9, 2018

Mural Project Edmonds seeks qualified muralists or muralist teams to design and create exterior murals for a series of locations in downtown Edmonds.

The artwork will enhance the overall character and atmosphere of the downtown core and support a welcoming environment.

The design of each mural should take into consideration the location of the wall, the architecture of the structure, the viewing angles of the surface and the impact on the surrounding area.

Edmonds is a vibrant arts community with a rich history. The scale of the city and its location within the Puget Sound area provides its visitors with stunning scenery. It is the intent of Mural Project Edmonds to enhance this character and not detract from Edmonds’ unique situation. 

Prime location at 5th and Main in Edmonds
For Phase 1, two locations for new mural installations have been identified for the summer of 2018, with a projected completion deadline of September 30, 2018.

The two locations are
  • northeast corner of 5th Ave and Main St (Sound Styles wall); 
  • east facing wall of the building housing The Mar.Ket, fishmonger and eatery located at 508 Main St. 

The call is open to muralists from Washington and Oregon. Deadline for submittal is July 9, 2018. Muralists can find details and directions for submittal here.


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New mural created at Celebrate Shoreline

Sunday, August 20, 2017

Artist Sara Snedeker in front of partially completed mural
Photo by Dan Short



By Diane Hettrick

Local mural artist Sara Snedeker likes to work collaboratively. She has created several local murals using groups of people in her process.

The Shoreline pool mural used art students. The Parkwood street mural used neighbors. The Shoreline Farmers Market mural used market volunteers.

At Saturday's Celebrate Shoreline festival, Sara created a mural using Council of Neighborhood volunteers and random festival-goers.

The mural design features native plants.
It was set up on an easel to guide volunteers.
Photo by Dan Short

The mural's theme, inspired by a session Snedeker held with Council of Neighborhood reps, was native plants.

Paints and brushes were set up on a nearby table
Photo by Dan Short


She created the mural design in a poster size version which is set up on an easel. The paints and brushes were ready on a nearby table.

 
Even one of the Three Little Pigs got involved
Photo by Dan Short
Volunteers choose or were assigned a part of the design, given their colors and set to work.

"Some people paint one section. Others really get into it and spend an hour. It's up to them."

A variety of people helped paint throughout the Festival
Photo by Dan Short


This is the first portable mural she has created. It was set up on a board attached to the back of the baseball backstop and can be relocated as needed.

The Shoreline - Lake Forest Park Arts Council was in an adjacent area with related interactive projects for younger children. Northwest Native Plant Steward were on hand to share information about restoration projects in Shoreline parks. (see article about one such project on Saturday)


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Bus shelter murals installed in Lake Forest Park

Tuesday, June 20, 2017

Photo courtesy City of Lake Forest Park


The City of Lake Forest Park has been working with King County Metro on a project to install historic photo murals in bus shelters within Lake Forest Park.  Over the last few days, King County Metro crews installed the murals in the six shelters.

The photos are from the early 1900s through the 1960s and show early life and landmark locations in the city. The photo murals are at the following locations:

  • SR 104/Ballinger Way NE and 175th Street (by top entry to Town Center)
  • SR 522/Bothell Way NE and 170th Street (Southbound and Northbound)
  • SR 522/Bothell Way NE and 165th Street (Southbound, by Sheridan Heights)
  • SR 522/Bothell Way NE and 153rd Street (Southbound)
  • SR 522/Bothell Way NE and 145th Street (Northbound)

A map with a list of the historic photos is available at the front desk of City Hall, or it can be viewed online on the city's main history webpage:

Special thanks to the Shoreline Historical Museum, the Seattle Municipal Archives, and the
Museum of History and Industry for providing most of the images. Thank you also to King County Metro and Photo Center Northwest for making this project possible.



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Shoreline's first street mural in Parkwood neighborhood

Sunday, October 2, 2016

Street mural in Parkwood neighborhood

Neighborhood minigrant funds public art that also builds community

Parkwood Neighborhood Association (PNA), second place winner of the 2014 Neighborhood of the Year award from Neighborhoods USA, continued its placemaking efforts by teaming with neighbors to paint two street murals at Densmore Ave N and 160th, and Corliss and N 149th St.


These murals are in addition to the mural painted on the public restroom at Twin Ponds Park in 2015. (See previous article)

PNA wanted to do a project that would start addressing neighbors' concerns about pedestrian safety and increased traffic, especially with the 145th subarea rezone and light rail project on the horizon. 

Painted intersections are a public art that also have indirect impacts on helping to slow traffic.

In addition, these types of public art projects are known to bring neighbors closer together.


The murals, created by artist Sara Snedeker of Ridgecrest with neighbor input, were designed to celebrate elements of Twin Ponds Park: native plants and wildlife. Snedeker is well-known in the Shoreline community for her infamous octopus at the Shoreline Farmers Market, and the new mural on the side of the Shoreline City Pool.

PNA is very grateful for the support from the Neighborhood Minigrant Program and the Traffic Engineers at the City of Shoreline for helping us make our vision become a reality.

If you would like to join this dynamic group, Board Nominations are now open for the Parkwood Neighborhood Association! Contact PNA at parkwoodneighbors@gmail.com or visit their website 

You can also join the neighborhood’s Annual Meeting on Wednesday, October 12, 7 pm at Aegis Living 14900 1st Ave NE, with special guests Mayor Chris Roberts and City Manager Debbie Tarry.


The Parkwood Neighborhood Association (PNA) is a forum for neighbors to share information and implement change.

We focus on cultivating our diverse community, promoting a safe and pleasant neighborhood environment, and serving as a liaison between the Parkwood neighborhood and the City of Shoreline. 

Photos courtesy Parkwood Neighborhood Association



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Kenmore mural dedicated

Monday, September 5, 2016

The mural is a series of panels
that stretch 180 feet along the building

Photos by Jerry Pickard

At 180 feet, the newly dedicated Kenmore mural is the largest in King county and possibly in Washington state. It covers the entire west-facing exterior wall of the St. Vincent de Paul building at 7304 Bothell Way in Kenmore.



The "living history" mural was created by artists A. Gaul Culley and Staci Adman to celebrate the lives and experiences of the builders and stewards of Kenmore.



The ribbon cutting and dedication were held on Monday, September 5 at the Kenmore Community Club. The artists shared some of the cultural stories that inspired the images that make up the mural.



This mural is a significant contribution to Kenmore's 20 year vision of a 'community that: is inclusive and family friendly, with a small town feeling that fosters a sense of belonging and pride and supports local arts, culture and history.'



The scenes show places, activities, and businesses (past and present) which are part of the fabric of life in Kenmore.



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Monday ribbon-cutting planned for the Kenmore Mural Project

Saturday, September 3, 2016

A. Gaul Culley and Staci Adman


The Arts of Kenmore Gallery at Kenmore City Hall opened a special exhibit featuring highlights of the Kenmore Mural Project at St. Vincent de Paul, on Friday, August 19.

A presentation by KMP artists A. Gaul Culley and Staci Adman shared cultural stories that inspired images that make up the mural. Twenty one Limited Edition Prints of the mural are on display and available to the public.

A ceremonial ribbon-cutting is planned Monday, September 5 for the Kenmore Mural Project at St Vincent de Paul, 7304 Bothell Way NE, Kenmore 98028.

The strikingly colorful work of public art that surprised and delighted residents and commuters as it took shape this summer. 

The 188-foot by 12-foot mural, believed to be the largest in King County, is a collaboration involving artists A. Gaul Culley and Staci Adman, the City of Kenmore, St. Vincent de Paul, the Kenmore Heritage Society, and other community partners.

On-site painting began last May after months of concept planning and fund raising.

The mural’s images reveal the cultural history of Kenmore, dating back to Native Americans who camped and fished on Lake Washington and opening of a shingle mill that established a community of mostly European settlers, fast-forwarding a century later to a small but proud, friendly city with a major university and regional floatplane base that seeks to fosters an inclusive sense of belonging.

The artwork appears on the outside wall of the St. Vincent de Paul store near the intersection of 73rd Ave NE and Bothell Way, Hwy 522.

The ribbon-cutting is set for high noon. Seventy-Third Avenue will be closed from the highway to NE 185th St between 11am and 2pm on Labor Day.
The schedule includes music, a reception, and comments by Congresswoman Susan Del Bene, King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski, and Kenmore Mayor David Baker, among others, will take place.

Afterward, refreshment will be served at the nearby Kenmore Community Club where the artists will share stories and a few tantalizing secrets that inspired images added to the mural.

Learn more about the Arts of Kenmore programs or contact David Maehren, President of the Arts of Kenmore (or email)

Learn more about the Kenmore Mural Project on Facebook, or contact Gaul Culley, 415-336-8847, , or Staci Adman



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New mural on Shoreline Pool

Friday, August 26, 2016

Splashes of Color by Sara Snedeker
Photo courtesy City of Shoreline

By Diane Hettrick

If you have driven past the Shoreline Pool in the past thirty days, you will have seen the new, colorful mural on the side of the building.

Completed mid-July, it is the work of Shoreline mural artist Sara Snedeker. Sara is also responsible for the octopus in the parking lot at Sears at the site of the Shoreline Farmers Market. (see previous article)

The City of Shoreline partnered with the Artquake Collective to design a mural that captures the spirit of a community pool while engaging the imagination.

Something special about this mural is that part of the work was done by Shorecrest students.

Sara says,
"I've been working with students on murals for a few years now. One student in particular has helped on nearly every mural I've created in shoreline (Dayana Fairchild). The students love painting and told their friends. Through word of mouth roughly eight students helped complete the pool."

Other murals can be seen on her website



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Twin Ponds Park restroom gets a makeover

Friday, September 25, 2015

Michiko Tanaka created the mural at Twin Ponds
The bulletin board is next to her

Parkwood Neighborhood Association awarded Neighborhood Minigrant to revitalize Twin Ponds

Parkwood Neighborhood Association (PNA), second place winner of the 2014 Neighborhood of the Year award from Neighborhoods USA, continues its placemaking efforts by adding a mural and community bulletin board to the restroom walls at Twin Ponds Park.

PNA chose this project as a strategic effort to create a space where residents feel inspired by nature, art and play. The mural, created by artist Michiko Tanaka of Seattle, was designed to celebrate elements of the park: trees, ducks, herons and the logo from the Parkwood Neighborhood Association. Tanaka was selected following a competitive open call for artists from the community.

“We want an inviting place to meet as a neighborhood, and this project was a great first step at creating a gathering space at Twin Ponds Park,” says PNA Board Member, Chris Goodman.

Artist Michiko Tanaka (left) and Chris Goodman
New Twin Ponds mural

The new bulletin board offers another way for neighbors to stay informed and connected. The grant also provided for two new benches that will be installed by the playground. This project adds features that enhance the park's appeal and interest while building a place for people to meet, share information, and learn about the park.

In addition to a community garden and a regularly-used soccer field, Twin Ponds boasts lush woods, a maze of walking trails, and beautiful birds and other wildlife. Future projects by PNA will focus on highlighting the incredible natural beauty of the park. 

Goodman adds, “We are very grateful for the support for Neighborhood Mini-Grant funding from the City of Shoreline, and for support from Shoreline Parks Department and the Arts Director for helping us make our vision become a reality.”

The Parkwood Neighborhood Association (PNA) is a forum for neighbors to share information and implement change. We focus on cultivating our diverse community, promoting a safe and pleasant neighborhood environment, and serving as a liaison between the Parkwood neighborhood and the City of Shoreline. You can find PNA online. Contact Michiko Tanaka here.



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Mural artist and Seattle Sketcher in Shoreline again

Tuesday, August 26, 2014

Photo by Bob Junell

Two familiar artists have once again left their mark on Shoreline.

Edmonds artist Andy Eccleshal, known for his Echo Lake mural on 1st NE (see previous article), was commissioned by Jeri Drager, owner of a dealership for collector cars, to paint a unique and classic mural on the south side of his building.

Drager’s Classic Car is a dealership for collector cars hidden behind a paint store and appliance store on Aurora across from Sky Nursery at 18805 Aurora Ave N. 

Mural by Andy Eccleshal

The mural shows a street with buildings which could be from the 1940s. If you stand in front of it and have your photo taken, it looks like you have stepped back in time.

Car guys and gals, bikers and families pull up to have their favorite cars and bikes photographed in front of his mural.

Gabriel Campanario, left, the Seattle Sketcher
Jeri Drager, dealer in collector cars
Photo by Bob Junell

The Seattle Times’ “Sketcher”, Gabriel  Campanario, recently did a story/ sketch in The Seattle Times about the mural. (Drive-up mural isn't just any old roadside attraction.) Campanario was last sketching in Shoreline in 2011 when he did the ponies at Ronald Bog and Aurora and the Interurban Trail and the Blue Bridge.

This time he made a sketch of Jeri Drager in front of his new mural then posed for a photo himself, with Jeri in front of the mural.


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Echo Lake Neighborhood dedicates new mural at City Council meeting

Friday, October 4, 2013


From left, Jeanne Monger, Andy Eccleshall, Barbara Guthrie

Jeanne Monger and Barbara Guthrie, Board Members of the Echo Lake Neighborhood Association, also members of the artist selection committee for the Echo Lake Mural, presented a plaque dedicating the mural at the City Council meeting September 30, 2013,

Following is part of the presentation speech by Jeanne Monger:

As Board Members representing the Echo Lake Neighborhood Association, we are here to celebrate the completion of the Echo Lake Mural at NE 205th St and 1st Ave NE, titled Echo in Time. An artist selection panel chose Andy Eccleshall of The Mural Works in Edmonds to design and complete the mural. 
We very much appreciated the 1% for Public Art and Neighborhood Mini-Grant funding we received. We would like to thank the Shoreline City Council for this years’ change in the mini-grant rules which now requires matching half of the mini-grant value with our volunteer hours, which we have fulfilled. 
We’d also like to extend our sincere thanks to City Manager Julie Underwood, Rosie O'brien-Ochs and Nora Smith of the Office of Neighborhoods, Dick Deal and Kirk Peterson of the Parks Dept, the artist selection panel and other volunteers who helped with the project, Holyrood Cemetery for wall preparation equipment, and special thanks to Ros Bird, Public Art Coordinator for the City, for all of her direction and assistance.

Echo in Time, mural by Andy Eccleshall
of The Mural Works in Edmonds


Andy Eccleshall of The Mural Works, the artist, was introduced. Andy reviewed his design at an ELNA meeting and incorporated member's ideas into his design. The mural displays the past and present uses of Echo Lake, including the historic trolley, depiction of former residents in the boat, and the present use as a bike trail. Also represented in the design are animals that enjoy Echo Lake today, the bird on the sign, the eagle soaring, the ducks swimming, and the otter coming out of the rocks on the north side wall.

The Board members presented a dedication plaque which will be installed on the mural. 

Through the efforts of many, this mural will be enjoyed by passersby for years to come. Thank you again to everyone who made it possible.

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New mural for Echo Lake neighborhood in July

Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Planned replacement for Echo Lake mural
Photo courtesy City of Shoreline


In July a new mural will be painted on the large concrete wall in the Echo Lake neighborhood.  

The Echo Lake Neighborhood Association (ELNA) has been planning for this major project for several years and has now received a City of Shoreline Neighborhood Mini-grant to help make it happen.

Because the wall is along SR 104 (NE 205th St) at 1st Ave NE with thousands of commuters passing by each day, the Park Board also approved some 1% for Public Art funding for the project.

Highly regarded Edmonds muralist, Andy Eccleshall / The Mural Works, was selected from 18 applicants to design and produce the artwork. Selection Panel members were impressed with his ability to paint versatile subject matter in a variety of styles and his willingness to listen to the stakeholders to generate design ideas.

Eccleshall’s initial concept design was presented to the ELNA and Shoreline Park Board for input.  His latest draft shows the image superimposed on the wall.

Further comments will be accepted through June 11th by email.  Final design will be presented to the Park Board on June 27th.  

Eccleshall is excited to work with the community to generate a new mural that will be viewed and celebrated for many years. He plans to start working on the wall in July, weather permitting, and expects the process to take about ten days.  

For more information about the project email Ros Bird, Public Art, City of Shoreline.  


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Mural artist to be introduced at Echo Lake meeting Tuesday

Sunday, May 19, 2013


The City ad hoc arts committee (which included four Echo Lake residents) was pleased to get its unanimous first choice for an artist to replace the aging mural on the wall by Holyrood Cemetery on 5th NE. Ros Bird, Public Art coordinator for Shoreline, will speak at the Tuesday, May 21st meeting, explaining the process, next steps, and will introduce the artist, who will share some concepts for the wall.

Rod Dembowski, County Council representative for Shoreline,  Lake Forest Park, a section of Seattle and other north end cities, will share his perspective of his new council seat and the current issues.

The meeting is held at Shoreline City Hall, 3rd floor, from 7-9pm on the third Tuesday of the month, May 21, 2013.


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